By Elizabeth Harvey, Needham, MA & Emerson College I recommend Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors by Stacy Padula to teenagers and young adults. Gripped Part 4 deals with accurate real life scenarios involving struggling teens and young adults. This book and the entire Gripped series serves as an outlet of useful information, helping buildContinue reading “Elizabeth Harvey Reviews “Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors” by Stacy Padula”
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“Gripped” by Stacy Padula is a Book All Middle School & High School Students Will Enjoy Reading
Article by Elizabeth Harvey of Needham, Massachusetts. I would recommend Gripped Part 1 to Middle and High School students, as it is a quick and easy read that immediately captivates the reader. There is a lack of books and information about drugs and alcohol that provide insightful information put into a context that teenagers will find both entertaining and educational; making Gripped Part 1 a perfect book for Middle and High School students.
Y.A. Crime Novel Teaches Teens about the Perils of Opiate Abuse
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
My Top 3 Takeaways from ‘Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story’
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Takeaways from Taylor Dunkin’s Story
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
My Hopes for the ‘Gripped’ Series Characters
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
The ‘Gripped’ Characters: Q&A with Maya Daly on ‘Taylor’s Story’
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
“Taylor’s Story” Must Be Told
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Five Stars for Stacy Padula’s Novel ‘Gripped 4: Smoke & Mirrors’
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
The Plot Twists & Drama in ‘Taylor’s Story’ Leave Readers Gripped
Written by Maya Daly, Duxbury, Massachusetts Maya is a senior at Duxbury High School, where she is a member of the Varsity Rowing Team. In school, she is a part of the yearbook club, Best Buddies club, and Habitat for Humanity. She enjoys studying English and history, and plans to major in one of thoseContinue reading “The Plot Twists & Drama in ‘Taylor’s Story’ Leave Readers Gripped”
The ‘Gripped’ Characters: Q&A with Nasin Groshek on ‘Smoke & Mirrors’
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Suspenseful Y.A. Novel Shares Imperative Message for Teens and Parents
Written by Nasin Groshek, Plymouth, Massachusetts Nasin is a senior at Rising Tide Charter Public School, a college preparatory regional high school located in Plymouth, Massachusetts. He enjoys travel, boating, photography, nature, volunteer work, and spending time with family and friends. Nasin is a member of both the Community Action and Eco Clubs at Rising Tide. He isContinue reading “Suspenseful Y.A. Novel Shares Imperative Message for Teens and Parents”
The ‘Gripped’ Characters: Q&A with Maya Daly on ‘Smoke & Mirrors’
Written by Maya Daly, Duxbury, Massachusetts Maya is a senior at Duxbury High School, where she is a member of the Varsity Rowing Team. In school, she is a part of the yearbook club, Best Buddies club, and Habitat for Humanity. She enjoys studying English and history, and plans to major in one of thoseContinue reading “The ‘Gripped’ Characters: Q&A with Maya Daly on ‘Smoke & Mirrors’”
Nasin Groshek Reviews the Third Installment in Stacy Padula’s ‘Gripped’ Series
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
An Interview with Maya Daly on Y.A. Novel “Smoke & Mirrors”
Written by Maya Daly, Duxbury, Massachusetts Maya is a senior at Duxbury High School, where she is a member of the Varsity Rowing Team. In school, she is a part of the yearbook club, Best Buddies club, and Habitat for Humanity. She enjoys studying English and history, and plans to major in one of thoseContinue reading “An Interview with Maya Daly on Y.A. Novel “Smoke & Mirrors””
Not Just for Young Adults: ‘The Fallout’ Will Hit Home with People of All Ages
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Award-winning Y.A. Crime Novel Educates Teens on the Opioid Crisis
The latest addition to Stacy Padula’s Gripped series, “Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story” brings suspense and drama to the ongoing story of the many teens and young adults in Montgomery Lake.
Filled with action, the storyline centers around Taylor Dunkin, a former football star who found himself entangled with serious drugs and an even more dangerous gang, on his journey to try to find his way again.
Plymouth Teen Recommends Y.A. Novel about Opiate Abuse to His Peers
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
An Interview with Rising Tide Senior Nasin Groshek on ‘Gripped 2: Blindsided’
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Compelling Plotline & Complex Characters Make ‘Smoke & Mirrors’ a 5-star Read
“The message of Gripped is that substance abuse can have severe consequences on the future of young adults and their relationships. Through a compelling cast of characters, the book reinforces the devastating consequences of substance abuse.” – N. Groshek
Books by Stacy A. Padula 